Anthem’s profits doubled to more than $2 billion in the second quarter as elective procedures the large health insurer pays for delayed amid the spread of the Coronavirus strain Covid-19.
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How Covid-19 Coronavirus May Affect Your Heart, Here Are Two New Studies
Two studies just published in JAMA Cardiology found evidence that the Covid-19 coronavirus can make it to your heart and not in a good way.
Humana Buys $100 Million Stake In Primary Care House Call Company, Heal
Humana said it is investing $100 million in the in-home primary care company, Heal, to bring in-person physician house calls to seniors in its Medicare Advantage plans.
Moderna’s Mysterious Coronavirus Vaccine Delivery System
A preprint of preclinical data for Moderna’s coronavirus vaccine suggests it uses delivery technology that is covered by a patent owned by Arbutus and upheld last week.
‘World First’ Smart Hand Sanitizer Promises Extra Coronavirus Protection
UK-based tech company SAVORTEX has launched a “revolutionary” smart hand sanitizer, offering an added layer of hygiene against potential coronavirus transmission.
States Scramble To Deal With The Compounding Covid And Opioid Epidemic
Not only does the current pandemic make overdosing more likely but also people with substance use disorder are especially susceptible to Covid-19.
India’s Covid-19 Fallout Collides With A Shaky Economy
The second-most populous nation has its work cut out to deal with a surge in domestic infections and global turmoil.
Public Response To Latest Viral COVID-19 Cure Video – Is It The Death Of Critical Thinking?
A viral video about hydroxychloroquine was banned on social media, but people believe it anyway. Here’s why.
Covid Crimes: Espionage, Hackers And Why America Is Vulnerable
Evidence indicates that Russia, China and others have attempted to hack universities and research institution’s to steal Covid-19-related IP. And days ago, E.U. courts ruled U.S. privacy protections are inadequate, threatening our ability to work with …
Bernie Sanders’ New Healthcare Push: Masks For All
U.S. Sen. Bernie Sanders is backing legislation to manufacture and distribute masks to everyone in the U. S. to curb the spread of Covid-19.
